Dell T3500 specifications Specifications

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Specifications

Dell Precision™ T3500 Service Manual

 

 

Drives

Processors

 

Connectors

System Information

 

Controls and Lights

Memory

 

Power

Video

 

Physical

Audio

 

Environmental

Expansion Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Processor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Processor types

 

Intel® Xeon® Processor 3500 series

 

 

 

Intel Xeon Processor 5500 series

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

System Information

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

System chipset

 

Intel X58+ ICH10

 

 

 

 

 

Data bus width

 

64 bits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory module connectors

 

Six

 

 

 

 

 

Memory module capacities

 

1 GB, 2 GB, or 4 GB

 

 

 

 

 

Memory type

 

DDR3 1066 MHz & 1333 MHz (Both ECC and Non-ECC)

 

 

 

 

 

Minimum memory

 

1 GB

 

Maximum memory

 

24 GB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video

 

 

 

Video type:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discrete

 

Two PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots

 

 

 

Note: Support for discrete full length full height

 

 

 

graphics option through PCIe x16 graphics card slot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audio type

 

ADI1984A integrated audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Expansion Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bus type

 

PCI 2.3

 

 

 

PCI Express 2.0 (PCIe-x16)

 

 

 

PCI Express 1.1 (PCIe-x1)

 

 

 

SATA 1.0 and 2.0

 

 

 

USB 2.0

 

 

 

eSATA

 

Bus speed

 

133 MB/s (PCI)

 

 

 

x1-slot bidirectional speed - 500 MB/s (PCI Express)

 

 

 

x16-slot bidirectional speed - 8 GB/s (PCI Express)

 

 

 

1.5 Gbps and 3.0 Gbps (SATA)

 

 

 

480-Mbps high speed, 12-Mbps full speed, 1.2-Mbps

 

 

 

Low speed (USB)

 

 

 

 

 

PCI Connectors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connectors

 

Two

 

 

 

 

 

connector size

 

124 pins

 

 

 

 

 

connector data width (maximum)

 

32 bits

 

 

 

 

 

PCI Express x8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connector

 

Two

 

connector size

 

98 pins

 

 

 

 

 

PCI Express x16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connector

 

Two

 

 

 

 

 

connector size

 

164 pins

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drives

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Externally accessible

 

One 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay), Two 5.25-inch drive

 

 

 

bays

 

 

 

 

 

Internally accessible

 

Two 3.5-inch SATA drive bays

 

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Contents Page System Board Schematic Password Enable JumperNvram Reset Jumper About Your System BoardLpcdebug Entering System Setup System SetupBoot Menu System Setup Navigation KeystrokesPage Dell Diagnostics DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function Power Button Light CodesDiagnostic LED Patterns LED pattern LED Description State descriptionBeep Codes System Beep Codes DescriptionAdding and Replacing Parts Specifications Connectors Controls and LightsPhysical PowerEnvironmental Battery Removing the BatteryPage Cover Removing the CoverPage Drives Bezel Removing Drives BezelPage Page Front Bezel Removing the Front BezelRemove the bezel from the front of the computer Page Front Fan Assembly Removing the Front Fan AssemblyRemove the memory module shroud Page Page Removing the Floppy Drive Floppy DriveReplacing the Floppy Drive Hard Drives Removing the Hard DrivesPage Page Page Hard Drive Tray Removing the Hard Drive TrayPage Page Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Chassis Intrusion SwitchReplacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Removing the I/O Data Cable Data CableReplacing the I/O Data Cable Panel Removing the I/O PanelPage Remove the I/O panel from the computer Page Memory Supported Memory Configurations1333MHz 1066MHz Channel Ranks Mode Removing and Replacing Memory ModulesRemove the memory module shroud Repeat the process for any remaining memory modules Page Removing the Memory Card Reader Replacing the Memory Card ReaderMemory Shroud Removing the Memory ShroudLift the memory shroud straight up and out of the system Page Optical Drive Removing the Optical DrivePage Page Heat Sink and Processor Removing the Heat Sink and ProcessorLoosen the four captive screws on the heatsink Page Page Page Power Supply Removing the Power SupplyPage Page Page System Board Removing the System BoardRemove the heat sink and processor Remove any memory modules Page Page Page Remove the system board from the computer chassis Page Video Card Removing the Video CardPage Page Page Expansion Card Removing the Expansion CardPage Page Page Turning Off Your Computer Working on Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Windows VistaAfter Working Inside Your Computer
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T3500 specifications

The Dell T3500 is a powerful workstation designed to meet the demanding needs of various professional environments, including engineering, design, and content creation. Launched as part of Dell’s Precision series, the T3500 stands out for its reliability, performance, and versatility.

One of the hallmark features of the T3500 is its robust architecture. It is powered by Intel's Nehalem microarchitecture, supporting Intel Xeon processors that range from quad-core to six-core options. This allows users to select a configuration that meets their performance requirements, whether they are running complex simulations, rendering high-resolution graphics, or performing data analysis.

The T3500 supports up to 24GB of DDR3 ECC memory, which not only enhances performance but also ensures data integrity by correcting memory errors. This advanced memory configuration is crucial for professionals who rely on accuracy in their computations. Moreover, the workstation utilizes dual-channel memory architecture, further optimizing data throughput and overall system performance.

When it comes to graphics capabilities, the Dell T3500 offers several options, accommodating a range of professional graphics cards, including NVIDIA Quadro and ATI FirePro series. These high-performance graphics cards are designed to handle heavy graphical workloads, making the workstation ideal for 3D modeling, video editing, and CAD applications.

Storage flexibility is another important feature of the T3500. It offers multiple drive configurations, including traditional hard disk drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). Users can configure their systems with RAID options to ensure data redundancy and improve performance. The inclusion of a variety of connectivity options—such as USB 2.0, USB 3.0, and FireWire—adds further convenience for peripherals and external storage devices.

In terms of build quality, the Dell T3500 presents a professional aesthetic with a durable chassis designed to withstand the rigors of a busy workstation environment. Its efficient cooling system ensures that components remain at optimal temperatures, reducing the likelihood of thermal throttling and extending the overall lifespan of the system.

In conclusion, the Dell T3500 is a highly capable workstation that combines powerful performance features, robust technologies, and flexible configurations to serve the needs of professionals across various industries. Whether for scientific research, creative design, or computational tasks, the T3500 holds a strong position as a reliable choice in the realm of desktop workstations.